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As - Augustus PROVIDENT S C
| Bronze | 10 g | 28 mm |
| Issuer | Rome › Roman Empire (27 BC - 395 AD) |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Tiberius (Tiberius Claudius Nero) (14-37) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 22-30 |
| Value | 1 As = 1⁄16 Denarii |
| Currency | Denarius, Reform of Augustus (27 BC – AD 215) |
| Composition | Bronze |
| Weight | 10 g |
| Diameter | 28 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Orientation | Variable alignment ↺ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-06 |
| Numista | N#247328 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 62% |
Reverse
Altar-enclosure with double paneled door right; various ornaments on top, left and right.
Script: Latin
Lettering: PROVIDENT S C
Unabridged legend: Providentia. Senatus Consultum
Translation: Foresight. Decree of the senate
Comment
Mass varies: 4.64–20.39 g;Diameter varies: 23–33 mm;
Source: Online Coins of the Roman Empire (OCRE)
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it features an image of Augustus, the first emperor of the Roman Empire, on one side, and a representation of Providentia, the Roman goddess of foresight and good fortune, on the other. This coin was minted during Augustus' reign, which lasted from 27 BC to 14 AD, and was likely used for everyday transactions throughout the empire. Despite its age, many of these coins have survived to the present day and are highly sought after by collectors.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND (22-30) | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for As - Augustus (PROVIDENT S C) (22-30) coin.
